Event marks the launch of Day Kimball’s 130th anniversary celebration

Day Kimball Health (DKH) marked two significant occasions on Thursday, Sept. 12, 2024 with the official ribbon cutting for its new Heart Group and a special tribute commemorating the organization’s 130th anniversary.

The ribbon-cutting drew support from the community with local legislators, community leaders, and hospital staff gathered as DKH’s CEO Kyle Kramer and Board Chairman Peter Deary led the event, symbolizing a significant step forward in enhancing cardiac services for Northeast Connecticut.

The Heart Group, located across from Day Kimball Hospital at 309 Pomfret Street, offers a comprehensive range of cardiovascular services and treatments. The facility’s opening allows patients to receive comprehensive, high-quality cardiac care without having to travel long distances, making it more convenient for those seeking early diagnosis, treatment, and preventive care.

“The Heart Group will provide comprehensive cardiovascular care right here in our community,” said Kramer. “Heart disease remains one of the most critical health challenges we face, and this facility allows us to offer advanced diagnostics, treatments, and preventive care close to home. It’s a major achievement in patient access and care Northeast Connecticut.”

Following the ribbon-cutting ceremony, the celebration continued as DKH hosted over 150 guests for the Northeastern Connecticut Chamber of Commerce Business After Hours, which also served to commemorate DKH’s 130 years of service to the region. Guests enjoyed networking opportunities as well as reflections on DKH’s journey highlighting its role as an essential part of the region’s healthcare landscape and a special presentation of two Legislative Proclamations from the State of Connecticut given by State Senator Mae Flexer from the 29th District.

In his remarks during the event, DKH Board Chairman Peter Deary reflected on the hospital’s long-standing commitment to the community. “For 130 years, Day Kimball Health has been a cornerstone of healthcare in Northeastern Connecticut, growing and evolving alongside our community. Today, as we celebrate the opening of our Heart Group and this milestone anniversary, we look forward to another 130 years of delivering on our promise to provide quality access to healthcare in Northeast Connecticut.”

The event was a fitting tribute to the hospital’s legacy of 130 years of growth, service, and community-focused healthcare and its ongoing commitment to access, innovation, and patient care.

For more information on The Heart Group, visit daykimball.org/heartgroup

Photo Caption: Day Kimball Health recently received two proclamations from President Pro Tempore of the State Senate, Martin M. Looney; Speaker of the House of Representatives, Matt Ritter, and Secretary of the State, Stephanie Thomas in celebration of its 130th anniversary and recognition of The Heart Group’s ribbon-cutting. Pictured from left to right: Janice Thurlow, former board chairman, Day Kimball Health; Connecticut State Senator Mae Flexer, 29th District; Kyle Kramer, CEO, Day Kimball Health; Peter Deary, current board chairman, Day Kimball Health.

Header Photo Caption: Day Kimball Health CEO Kyle Kramer, center, cuts the ceremonial ribbon alongside members from the Northeast Chamber of Commerce, local legislators, community leaders, and hospital staff. To his left is Andrea Meyer, PA-C from The Heart Group.